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Master of the Arts program reports growth; adds podcasting, sculpture and show-choir classes
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MAP leaders told the board enrollment grew from about 50 to 80 this year with nearly 250 applications for next year; the program will add new classes including podcasting, sculpture, show choir and acting and plans a student gala and performances.
Speakers for the Master of the Arts (MAP) district program reported substantial growth and programmatic expansion at the board meeting. The presenter said MAP began with about 50 students in its first year, reached about 80 students this year, and the program has almost 250 applications for the coming year.
"We are definitely growing," a MAP representative told the board. The program plans to add up to 13 classes next year, including new offerings such as podcasting, sculpture, show choir and acting while retaining existing courses. MAP staff described field trips, community events and a recent gala that showcased student artwork and performances.
Students described a recent production (Legally Blonde Jr.) and thanked community partners such as Yuma Community Theater. MAP seniors will be recognized with program stoles at graduation, and staff invited board members to tour Snyder Hall and see student work.
